Health & Well being

Headache treatment and prevention

Headache treatment and prevention

By Dr Julia Adams (Osteopath)  | Headaches are one of the most common central nervous system disorders. Approximately 50% of adults experience at least one headache each year and 1 in 20 adults experience headaches daily (WHO, 2007 & 2014). There are many things we can do to manage and treat headaches.  Techniques to help self-manage headaches Hydration – Keeping…

Setting up a daily exercise routine

Setting up a daily exercise routine

By Dr Jessica Fetterplace (Osteopath & Exercise Physiologist)  | We all know that exercise is healthy, however, when our normal routines get interrupted, exercise can easily be overlooked. With COVID-19 restrictions closing gyms, fitness centres and other sporting facilities, we have all had to get a bit creative and self motivated when it comes to exercise. Even as an exercise…

Metro Melbourne COVID-19 Update – 28/09/2020

Metro Melbourne COVID-19 Update – 28/09/2020

As of Monday the 28th of September you can have treatment to: Prevent a significant deterioration in you function independence which would result in an escalation of care needs (Such as increased frequency in treatment, a significant increase in pain, specialist input, or a substantial increase in recovery time as a result of delayed care. Assessment and diagnosis, particularly for…

Why do muscles get tight?

Why do muscles get tight?

By Cassie Robertson (Remedial Massage Therapist) | Everyone has experienced it and we’d prefer it didn’t happen, but just why do muscles get sore, tight or tense? To better understand muscle soreness, tightness and tension, let’s consider what some of the triggers are. Dehydration “Be sure to drink plenty of water.” You probably hear this after almost every Osteopathy or…

Caring for the community – Our commitment to delivering safe healthcare

In response the COVID-19 situation, we are now offering telehealth online video consultations with our Osteopathy and Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners. You can book telehealth consultations online here. Our team is also gradually re-introducing in-clinic treatments, under strict hygiene conditions. Until further notice, the following restrictions are being placed on in-clinic treatments: Reduced number of practitioners per day per clinic. No client crossover…